The ____ is the main site of nutrient absorption. 

A. esophagus
B. stomach
C. small intestine
D. large intestine
E. rectum


C. small intestine
The small intestine carries out most of the digestion in the body and is responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients into the bloodstream.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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A. colposcope B. endoscope C. cryoscope D. laser

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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